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Medical Administrative Assistant Training in California

Master the business side of healthcare with free, self-paced MAA training. California has 18,500+ job openings with $50K average salary—11% above national average.

18,500+
Job Openings
$50K
Avg Salary
9%
Job Growth
$0
Training Cost
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What Medical Administrative Assistants Do

MAAs are the organizational backbone of healthcare facilities in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, Sacramento, Oakland, Fresno, Long Beach, Anaheim and throughout California, managing the essential administrative functions that keep medical offices running smoothly.

Scheduling & Coordination

Manage patient appointments, coordinate with healthcare providers, and ensure efficient patient flow throughout California medical facilities.

Insurance & Billing

Verify insurance coverage, process claims, and handle billing inquiries for patients at healthcare facilities across California.

Medical Records

Maintain electronic health records (EHR), ensure HIPAA compliance, and manage confidential patient information securely.

Who This Training Is For

Our free MAA training program is designed for anyone ready to start a healthcare career in California—no prior experience required.

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Recent Graduates

Start your career in healthcare without additional student debt. Perfect entry point for high school and college graduates in California.

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Career Changers

Your customer service, administrative, or organizational skills transfer directly to healthcare. Many MAAs in California started in other fields.

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Parents Returning to Work

Flexible, self-paced training fits around family schedules. Many California healthcare facilities offer family-friendly hours and benefits.

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Veterans

Military administrative and medical experience provides a strong foundation. Many California healthcare employers actively recruit veterans.

Why California for MAA Careers

California has two major health systems—Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health—that together employ over 450000+ people. with access to the nation's largest healthcare job market

400+
Hospitals Statewide

Many MAAs in California's major cities started in other fields California

$50K
Average MAA Salary

California ranks #1 for MAA salaries at 11% above national average. Bay Area and LA pay premium wages while Central Valley offers more affordable living.

9%
Annual Job Growth

California is home to major healthcare systems and growing medical facilities, creating diverse career opportunities.

What You'll Learn

Our comprehensive curriculum prepares you for MAA positions at healthcare facilities throughout California, from Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Jose, Sacramento, Oakland, Fresno, Long Beach, Anaheim.

Administrative Skills

  • Patient scheduling and appointment management
  • Insurance verification and prior authorization
  • Medical billing and coding fundamentals
  • Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
  • Professional communication and patient relations

Technical & Compliance

  • Medical terminology and anatomy basics
  • HIPAA privacy and security regulations
  • Healthcare office software and technology
  • California-specific healthcare regulations
  • Quality assurance and documentation standards

AMCA Certification Aligned

This training program aligns with and prepares you for the AMCA Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (MAAC). The American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) is a nationally recognized certifying body for healthcare professionals. Upon completing this training, you'll be prepared to sit for the MAAC exam and earn your national certification.

Your Career Path in California

California's two major health systems offer exceptional advancement paths, with mobility across dozens of facilities. with access to the nation's largest healthcare job market

ENTRY LEVEL

Medical Administrative Assistant

$50K
$50K - $58K
MID-LEVEL (2-4 YEARS)

Medical Office Manager

$60K
$65K - $72K
ADVANCED (5+ YEARS)

Healthcare Administrator

$85K
$92K - $105K

Where MAAs Work in California

Medical Administrative Assistants are employed across diverse healthcare settings throughout LA metro, Bay Area, San Diego, Sacramento, Orange County.

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Hospitals

California's 400+ hospitals hire continuously. Kaiser (11 hospitals) and Sutter (5 hospitals) dominate hiring.

Cedars-Sinai, UCSF Medical Center, Stanford Health Care

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Private Practices

Large multispecialty groups and IPAs across Los Angeles and Bay Area metros.

Kaiser Medical Group, Sutter Physician Network

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Clinics

Community health centers serving diverse populations across California's 58 counties.

La Clinica de La Raza, AltaMed Health Services

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Urgent Care

Urgent care centers across California metros serving densely populated communities.

Concentra, GoHealth Urgent Care, Kaiser Urgent Care

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Home Health

Home health agencies serving California's aging population across 58 counties.

Kaiser Home Health, Sutter Home Care

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Insurance

Health insurers with California operations including major regional carriers.

Blue Cross CA, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare

Top California Healthcare Employers

These leading healthcare organizations in California regularly hire Medical Administrative Assistants.

Kaiser Permanente

Nonprofit Health System

California's largest private employer with 40 hospitals and 618+ medical offices. Nation's largest managed care organization serving 12.7 million members..

📍 1 Kaiser Plaza, Oakland, CA 94612
👥 183,000+ employees

Sutter Health

Nonprofit Health System

Northern California's largest healthcare provider with 24 hospitals and over 200 clinics serving communities from the Bay Area to Hawaii..

📍 2200 River Plaza Drive, Sacramento, CA 95833
👥 53,000+ employees

Dignity Health

Nonprofit Health System

Part of CommonSpirit Health with 39 hospitals in California, one of the nation's largest health systems providing compassionate care..

📍 185 Berry Street, San Francisco, CA 94107
👥 62,000+ employees

UCLA Health

Nonprofit Health System

Ranked #1 hospital in California and #3 nationally by U.S. News & World Report. World-renowned academic medical center in Los Angeles..

📍 757 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095
👥 26,000+ employees

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Academic Health System

Largest hospital in California by staffed beds with 886 beds. Leading nonprofit academic medical center in the Western United States..

📍 8700 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
👥 9,000+ employees

Sharp HealthCare

Public Hospital

San Diego's largest healthcare provider with seven hospitals and comprehensive medical services throughout the region..

📍 8695 Spectrum Center Blvd, San Diego, CA 92123
👥 5,000+ employees

UCSF Health

Regional Health System

Ranked #5 hospital nationally. Pioneer in innovative medicine with world-class research facilities and cutting-edge patient care..

📍 500 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143
👥 6,000+ employees

Hoag Memorial Hospital

Nonprofit Hospital

Orange County's leading nonprofit healthcare provider serving Newport Beach and Irvine communities.

📍 3345 Michelson Drive, Irvine, CA 92612
👥 3,000+ employees

Success Stories from California

Real people who transformed their careers with EHired's free MAA training.

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Angela T.
Oakland, CA
Previously: Retail Associate
Now: MAA at Kaiser

Kaiser's training programs are incredible. They paid for my additional certifications and I've been promoted twice!

Retail to top CA health system
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Jose L.
San Diego, CA
Previously: Warehouse Worker
Now: Patient Access Rep

Sutter is a great place to work. The training prepared me perfectly!

Warehouse to major hospital
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Samantha K.
Los Angeles, CA
Previously: Restaurant Server
Now: Medical Records Specialist

California has great healthcare employers. Career mobility across facilities is incredible!

Food service to healthcare career
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Tony M.
San Francisco, CA
Previously: Call Center Rep
Now: Health Unit Coordinator

Great career in California healthcare. Love the benefits and growth opportunities!

Call center to CA healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA training and careers in California.

Yes! Our MAA training program is completely free to enroll and participate. You only pay $850 if you choose to pursue optional certification after completing the training.

Medical Administrative Assistants in California earn an average of $50,000 per year—11% above national average. Bay Area and Los Angeles metros pay highest.

California has two massive health systems (Kaiser and Sutter) employing 450000+, major healthcare employerswith access to the nation's largest healthcare job market and strong salaries.

Yes! Many California healthcare employers offer remote positions for medical billing, insurance verification, and scheduling roles, especially at larger systems.

Northern CA has Sutter and Dignity. Central CA has Kaiser. Southern CA has UCLA, Cedars-Sinai, and UCSF. All regions have strong opportunities.

You'll learn medical terminology, EHR systems including Epic, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, medical billing basics, and HIPAA compliance.

Our self-paced program typically takes 8-12 weeks to complete. California's major health systems actively recruit certified administrative professionals.

Important: Salary and job data are estimates based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, CA Dept. of Labor. Actual compensation varies by employer, experience, and location within California. EHired provides training resources but does not guarantee employment outcomes.

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